Title: Arabic Basics — LearnCoachAssist

Q: How many letters are in the Arabic alphabet?
A: The Arabic alphabet has 28 letters. All letters represent consonants (or long vowels in some cases), while short vowels are marked with optional diacritics above or below the letters.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'hello' (informal)?
A: The informal Arabic greeting is 'مرحبا' (marhaba), meaning 'hello' or 'welcome'. A more formal greeting is 'السلام عليكم' (as-salaamu alaykum), meaning 'peace be upon you'.

Q: How do you say 'one' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'one' is 'واحد' (waahid) for masculine, or 'واحدة' (waahida) for feminine. It is the first cardinal number in Arabic.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'I'?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'I' is 'أنا' (ana). It is used for both males and females and is a separate, independent pronoun in Modern Standard Arabic.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to write' (kataba) in the past tense for 'I'.
A: The verb 'kataba' (to write) conjugated for 'I' in the past tense is 'كتبت' (katabtu). The suffix '-tu' indicates the first-person singular subject.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'mother'?
A: The Arabic word for 'mother' is 'أم' (umm) or 'الأم' (al-umm). It is a fundamental family term, written with the letter alif and mim.

Q: How do you say 'water' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'water' is 'ماء' (maa'). It is a common noun used in daily life, particularly when ordering drinks or discussing food.

Q: What phrase would you use to ask 'Where is the bathroom?'
A: To ask 'Where is the bathroom?' in Arabic, say 'أين الحمام؟' (ayna al-hammaam?). It is a useful travel phrase when navigating public spaces.

Q: What is a common cultural greeting in many Arab countries?
A: A common cultural greeting is placing the right hand over the heart after a handshake, especially with elders. Verbal greetings like 'as-salaamu alaykum' are also important and should be reciprocated with 'wa alaykum as-salaam'.

Q: How many letters in the Arabic alphabet are 'sun letters'?
A: There are 14 sun letters (حروف شمسية) in Arabic. When preceded by the definite article 'ال', the 'l' assimilates to these letters, e.g., 'الشمس' (ash-shams, the sun).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'thank you'?
A: The Arabic phrase for 'thank you' is 'شكرا' (shukran). A more emphatic version is 'شكرا جزيلا' (shukran jazeelan), meaning 'thank you very much'.

Q: How do you write the number '5' in Arabic numerals?
A: The Arabic numeral for '5' is ٥. Note that Arabic numerals used in the Arab world (٠-9-11) differ from those used in Western countries (0-1-2), though both systems exist.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'they' (masculine)?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'they' (masculine) is 'هم' (hum). It refers to a group of three or more males, or a mixed-gender group in formal contexts.

Q: Conjugate 'to go' (dhahaba) in the present tense for 'he'.
A: The verb 'dhahaba' (to go) conjugated for 'he' in the present tense is 'يذهب' (yadhhabu). The prefix 'ya-' indicates third-person masculine singular.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'brother'?
A: The Arabic word for 'brother' is 'أخ' (akh). The plural form is 'إخوة' (ikhwa) for a respectful plural or 'أخوة' (akhwan) in other contexts.

Q: How do you say 'bread' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'bread' is 'خبز' (khubz). It is a staple food in the Arab world, often served with meals like hummus or tagines.

Q: How do you ask 'How much does this cost?' in Arabic?
A: To ask 'How much does this cost?' say 'بكم هذا؟' (bikam hadha?). It is an essential phrase for travelers shopping in markets or stores.

Q: What is the cultural significance of coffee in Arab hospitality?
A: Coffee (قهوة, qahwa) is central to Arab hospitality. It is traditionally offered to guests as a sign of welcome, and refusing it may be considered impolite in many cultures.

Q: Which Arabic letter corresponds to the English 'b' sound?
A: The Arabic letter 'ب' (baa') corresponds to the English 'b' sound. It is the second letter of the alphabet and has a dot below its base shape.

Q: How do you say 'goodbye' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'goodbye' is 'مع السلامة' (ma'a as-salaama), literally 'with peace'. A shorter, informal version is 'باي' (baai), borrowed from English/French.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'ten'?
A: The Arabic word for 'ten' is 'عشرة' ('ashara). It is the base for numbers 11-19, which are formed as 'ten and one, ten and two,' etc.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'you' (feminine singular)?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'you' (feminine singular) is 'أنتِ' (anti). It is distinct from 'أنتَ' (anta) for masculine, showing gender agreement in verbs.

Q: What is the pattern (wazn) for Form I verb conjugation?
A: Form I verbs follow the pattern 'fa'ala' (فعل) in the past tense. This is the base form for deriving other verb forms (II-X) through internal vowel changes.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'father'?
A: The Arabic word for 'father' is 'أب' (ab) or formally 'الأب' (al-ab). It is a key kinship term, often combined in compounds like 'أب وأم' (parents).

Q: How do you say 'tea' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'tea' is 'شاي' (shaay). It is widely drunk in the Arab world, often sweetened and flavored with mint or cardamom.

Q: What phrase means 'I don't understand' in Arabic?
A: 'I don't understand' in Arabic is 'لا أفهم' (laa afham). The verb 'أفهم' (afham) means 'I understand', negated with 'لا' (laa).

Q: What is Ramadan in Islamic culture?
A: Ramadan (رمضان) is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. It is a time of spiritual reflection, community, and increased charity.

Q: Which letter in the Arabic alphabet is called 'taa' marbuta'?
A: The 'taa' marbuta' (تاء مربوطة, ة) is a special form of 't' that appears at the end of words to indicate femininity. It is pronounced as 'a' or 'at' depending on context.

Q: How do you say 'please' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'please' is 'من فضلك' (min fadhlak) for a male speaker addressing a male, or 'من فضلكِ' (min fadhlaki) for addressing a female. A shorter 'لو سمحت' (law samah.t) is also used.

Q: How do you write 'twenty' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'twenty' is 'عشرون' ('ishroon). Numbers from 20-99 use a unique system where the units come first in some dialects, but MSA keeps the tens first.

Q: What is the dual pronoun for 'they' (two people)?
A: The dual pronoun for 'they' (two people) is 'هما' (humaa). Arabic uniquely distinguishes dual number grammatically, separate from singular and plural.

Q: Conjugate 'to eat' (akala) in the past tense for 'we'.
A: The verb 'akala' (to eat) conjugated for 'we' in the past tense is 'أكلنا' (akulnaa). The suffix '-naa' indicates the first-person plural subject.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'sister'?
A: The Arabic word for 'sister' is 'أخت' (ukht). The plural is 'أخوات' (akhawaat). It follows the same root as 'أخ' (brother) but with a feminine marker.

Q: How do you say 'rice' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'rice' is 'أرز' (aruzz). It is a staple food, particularly in dishes like 'كبسة' (kabsa) in the Gulf or 'مقلوبة' (maqlouba) in Palestine.

Q: How do you ask 'Where is the airport?' in Arabic?
A: To ask 'Where is the airport?' say 'أين المطار؟' (ayna al-mataar?). It is a key travel phrase, with 'المطار' (al-mataar) meaning 'the airport'.

Q: What is the traditional Arab headwear for men called?
A: The traditional Arab headwear for men is the 'ghutra' (غترة) or 'keffiyeh' (كوفية), a square scarf often held in place by an 'agal' (عقال), a black cord.

Q: What is the first letter of the Arabic alphabet?
A: The first letter of the Arabic alphabet is 'ألف' (alif), representing the glottal stop or long 'a' sound. It is the basis for the 'al-' definite article.

Q: How do you say 'How are you?' (formal) in Arabic?
A: The formal phrase 'How are you?' is 'كيف حالك؟' (kayfa haalak?) for a male, or 'كيف حالكِ؟' (kayfa haaluki?) for a female. The response is typically 'الحمد لله' (al-hamdu lillaah).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'hundred'?
A: The Arabic word for 'hundred' is 'مئة' (mi'a). It is used in numbers like 'مئة وعشرون' (120) and forms the base for 'ألف' (alf, thousand).

Q: Conjugate 'to study' (darasa) in the present tense for 'you' (feminine singular).
A: The verb 'darasa' (to study) conjugated for 'you' (feminine singular) in the present tense is 'تدرسين' (tadraseen). The prefix 'ta-' and suffix '-een' indicate second-person feminine singular.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'two'?
A: The Arabic word for 'two' is 'ithnan' (اثنان) when counting masculine nouns, and 'ithnatان' (اثنتان) for feminine nouns. The numeral form is ٢.

Q: What letter comes after Alif in the Arabic alphabet?
A: The letter Ba (ب) comes after Alif (ا) in the Arabic alphabet. It corresponds to the English 'b' sound and is the second letter of the 28-letter Arabic alphabet.

Q: How do you say 'yes' in Arabic?
A: 'Yes' in Arabic is 'na'am' (نعم), pronounced with a long 'a' sound. It is the standard affirmative response used across all Arab countries and in both formal and informal settings.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'no'?
A: 'No' in Arabic is 'la' (لا), pronounced simply as a two-letter word. It is used universally to negate statements and as a negative response, similar to English usage.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'good morning'?
A: 'Good morning' in Arabic is 'sabah al-khayr' (صباح الخير), literally meaning 'morning of goodness.' The typical response is 'sabah an-nur' (صباح النور), meaning 'morning of light.'

Q: How do you say 'my name is...' in Arabic?
A: 'My name is...' in Arabic is 'ismi...' (اسمي...), literally translating to 'my name is...' The word 'ism' means name, and the '-i' suffix indicates possession, making it a common self-introduction phrase.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'house'?
A: The Arabic word for 'house' is 'bayt' (بيت), pronounced like the English word 'bait'. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation and appears in many compound words like 'bayt al-'a'ila' (family house).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'book'?
A: The Arabic word for 'book' is 'kitab' (كتاب), pronounced with a short 'i' and 'a' sound. It comes from the root k-t-b which relates to writing, also giving us 'kataba' (he wrote) and 'kateeb' (writer).

Q: How do you ask 'What is your name?' in Arabic?
A: 'What is your name?' in Arabic is 'ma ismuk?' (ما اسمك؟) when addressing a male, or 'ma ismuki?' (ما اسمك؟) for a female. Literally it translates to 'what is your name?' and is a fundamental conversational phrase.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'friend'?
A: The Arabic word for 'friend' (masculine) is 'sadeeq' (صديق), pronounced with emphasis on the 'd'. The feminine form is 'sadeeqa' (صديقة). The plural form 'asdiqa' (أصدقاء) means 'friends.'

Q: How do you say 'please' (formal) in Arabic?
A: 'Please' in formal Arabic is 'min fadlak' (من فضلك) for males and 'min fadlik' (من فضلك) for females. It literally means 'from your kindness/favor' and is considered more polite than simply 'law samaht' (if you please).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'red'?
A: The Arabic word for 'red' is 'ahmar' (أحمر) for masculine nouns and 'hamra' (حمراء) for feminine nouns. It comes from the root h-m-r which relates to the color red, and it describes many natural and cultural objects.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'white'?
A: The Arabic word for 'white' is 'abyad' (أبيض) for masculine nouns and 'bayda' (بيضاء) for feminine nouns. The pattern follows typical Arabic adjective agreement based on the gender of the described noun.

Q: How do you say 'today' in Arabic?
A: 'Today' in Arabic is 'al-yawm' (اليوم), pronounced with the definite article 'al-' attached to 'yawm' (day). It is commonly used in time expressions like 'al-yawm wa-l-had' (today and now).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'tomorrow'?
A: 'Tomorrow' in Arabic is 'ghadan' (غدًا), pronounced with a ghayn sound that doesn't exist in English. It is used for future planning and is often paired with verbs in the future tense to indicate upcoming actions.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'yesterday'?
A: 'Yesterday' in Arabic is 'amsi' (أمس), pronounced with a short 'a' sound. It refers to the day before today and is used in past tense contexts, often appearing in phrases like 'amsi al-had' (yesterday, today).

Q: How do you say 'I want' in Arabic?
A: 'I want' in Arabic is 'uriid' (أريد), pronounced with a long 'ee' sound. It is a first-person singular present tense verb that requires a noun or verb in the subjunctive mood after it to complete its meaning.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'where'?
A: 'Where' in Arabic is 'ayna' (أين), pronounced with a long 'a' at the end. It is an interrogative adverb used to ask about location, often beginning questions like 'ayna al-mataar?' (where is the airport?).

Q: How do you ask 'How old are you?' in Arabic?
A: 'How old are you?' in Arabic is 'kam 'umruk?' (كم عمرك؟) for males and 'kam 'umruki?' (كم عمرك؟) for females. The word 'kam' means 'how many' and 'umr' means 'age', so the phrase literally asks 'how many is your age?'

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'beautiful' (masculine)?
A: The Arabic word for 'beautiful' (masculine) is 'jamil' (جميل), pronounced with a 'j' sound like in 'jam'. The feminine form is 'jamila' (جميلة), and the pattern follows typical gender agreement in Arabic adjectives.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'big'?
A: The Arabic word for 'big' (masculine) is 'kabeer' (كبير), pronounced with a long 'ee' sound. The feminine form is 'kabeera' (كبيرة), and it describes physical size or importance, often used for both tangible and abstract concepts.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'small'?
A: The Arabic word for 'small' (masculine) is 'sagheer' (صغير), pronounced with a long 'ee' sound. The feminine form is 'sagheera' (صغيرة), and it can describe physical size, age, or significance in various contexts.

Q: How do you say 'I love you' in Arabic?
A: 'I love you' in Arabic is 'uhibbuk' (أحبك) when speaking to a male and 'uhibbuki' (أحبك) for a female. The verb 'ahabba' means 'to love', and the suffixes indicate the gender of the person being addressed.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'peace'?
A: The Arabic word for 'peace' is 'salam' (سلام), which also means 'hello' in informal contexts. It comes from the root s-l-m relating to submission and peace, and it is a key concept in Islamic culture and greetings.

Q: How do you say 'welcome' in Arabic?
A: 'Welcome' in Arabic is 'ahlan wa sahlan' (أهلاً وسهلاً), literally meaning 'family and ease'. It is a warm greeting used to welcome guests, with the response often being 'ahlan bik' (welcome to you) or simply 'ahlan.'

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'car'?
A: The Arabic word for 'car' is 'sayyara' (سيارة), pronounced with emphasis on the 'r'. It is a common noun used in everyday conversation, derived from the root s-y-r relating to movement or traveling.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'school'?
A: The Arabic word for 'school' is 'madrasa' (مدرسة), pronounced with emphasis on the 'd' and 's'. It comes from the root d-r-s relating to studying, which also gives us the verb 'darasa' (to study) and 'dars' (lesson).

Q: How do you say 'left' (direction) in Arabic?
A: 'Left' as a direction in Arabic is 'yasar' (يسار) or 'shimal' (شمال), both meaning left side. 'Shimal' also means 'north', and both terms are used in directional contexts, often in travel and navigation conversations.

Q: How do you say 'right' (direction) in Arabic?
A: 'Right' as a direction in Arabic is 'yameen' (يمين), which also means 'oath' in religious contexts. The opposite is 'yasar' (left), and the terms are commonly used in giving directions or describing positions.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'sun'?
A: The Arabic word for 'sun' is 'shams' (شمس), pronounced with a 'sh' sound at the beginning. It is a feminine noun in Arabic and is often used in poetry and everyday expressions about weather and time.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'moon'?
A: The Arabic word for 'moon' is 'qamar' (قمر), pronounced with a 'q' sound from the back of the throat. It is a masculine noun and is culturally significant, especially in determining Islamic lunar months like Ramadan.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'star'?
A: The Arabic word for 'star' is 'najma' (نجمة) for singular and 'nujum' (نجوم) for plural. It is a feminine noun commonly used in navigation contexts and appears frequently in Arabic poetry and literature describing the night sky.

Q: How do you say 'I am from America' in Arabic?
A: 'I am from America' in Arabic is 'ana min amreeka' (أنا من أمريكا), literally 'I from America.' The word 'min' means 'from', and it is a key preposition used to indicate origin or source in various contexts.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'doctor'?
A: The Arabic word for 'doctor' is 'tabeeb' (طبيب) for males and 'tabeeba' (طبيبة) for females. It comes from the root t-b-b relating to medicine, and it is a respected profession title used in formal and informal introductions.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'teacher' (male)?
A: The Arabic word for 'teacher' (male) is 'mualim' (معلم), pronounced with emphasis on the 'l'. The feminine form is 'mualima' (معلمة). It comes from the root '-l-m relating to knowledge and teaching.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'student' (male)?
A: The Arabic word for 'student' (male) is 'talib' (طالب), pronounced with a long 'a' sound. The feminine form is 'taliba' (طالبة), and the plural is 'tullab' (طلاب). It originally meant 'seeker' and is commonly used in academic settings.

Q: How do you say 'excuse me' in Arabic?
A: 'Excuse me' in Arabic is 'ismaH li' (اسمح لي) when addressing a male, or 'ismaHi li' (اسمحي لي) for a female. It literally means 'allow me' and is used for getting attention, apologizing, or asking permission politely.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'help'?
A: The Arabic word for 'help' is 'musaa'ada' (مساعدة), pronounced with emphasis on the 's'. The verb form is 'sa'ada' (to help), and 'musaa'ada' is the noun form commonly used when requesting assistance or describing support.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'hospital'?
A: The Arabic word for 'hospital' is 'mustashfa' (مستشفى), pronounced with a 'sh' sound in the middle. It comes from the root sh-f-y relating to healing, and it is the standard term used across all Arabic-speaking countries.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'restaurant'?
A: The Arabic word for 'restaurant' is 'mat'am' (مطعم), pronounced with emphasis on the 't' and '' (ain). It comes from the root t-'-m relating to food and eating, and it is widely used in urban areas throughout the Arab world.

Q: How do you ask 'What time is it?' in Arabic?
A: 'What time is it?' in Arabic is 'kam al-saa'a?' (كم الساعة؟), literally meaning 'how much is the hour?' The word 'saa'a' means hour or clock, and it is the standard way to inquire about the current time in formal Arabic.

Q: What is the third letter of the Arabic alphabet?
A: The third letter of the Arabic alphabet is 'taa' (ت). It corresponds to the English 't' sound and is written with three dots above a curved base.

Q: How do you say 'three' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'three' is 'thalaatha' (ثلاثة). It is written with the letters tha-lam-alif, including a taa marbuta at the end for the masculine form.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'we'?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'we' is 'naHnu' (نحن). It is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to a group that includes the speaker.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to drink' (shariba) in the past tense for 'she'.
A: For 'she', the past tense of 'to drink' (shariba) is 'sharibat' (شربت). The suffix '-at' is added to indicate the third-person feminine singular subject.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'son'?
A: The Arabic word for 'son' is 'ibn' (ابن). In the construct state, it becomes 'ibnu' before the following noun, though the pronunciation may shorten in speech.

Q: How do you say 'meat' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'meat' is 'laHm' (لحم). It is commonly used in dishes such as kebabs and stews throughout the Arab world.

Q: How do you ask 'where is the train station?' in Arabic?
A: You can ask 'ayna al-mahTatat?' (أين المحطة؟) which literally means 'where is the station?' MahTata refers to the train station specifically.

Q: What is the traditional Arab headwear for women often called?
A: The traditional Arab headwear for women is often called the 'hijab' or 'khimar'. The specific draped scarf covering the head and shoulders is the hijab, while the khimar is a longer cloak-like veil.

Q: How many letters in the Arabic alphabet are 'moon letters'?
A: There are 14 moon letters (حروف قمرية) in the Arabic alphabet. They are named because the word 'qamar' (moon) begins with one of them, and the definite article 'al-' keeps its 'l' sound before them.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'sorry' or 'excuse me'?
A: The Arabic word for 'sorry' is 'aasif' (آسف) for a male speaker, and 'aasifa' (آسفة) for a female speaker. It is commonly used in apologies.

Q: How do you write the number '15' in Arabic numerals?
A: The number '15' in Arabic numerals is written as ١٥. It is composed of the digit for ten (١٠) and the digit for five (٥), read from right to left as fifteen.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'you' (masculine plural)?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'you' (masculine plural) is 'antum' (أنتم). It is used to address a group of two or more males, or a mixed-gender group.

Q: Conjugate 'to come' (jaa'a) in the present tense for 'I'.
A: For 'I', the present tense of 'to come' (jaa'a) is 'aTi' (آتي). The prefix 'a-' indicates the first-person singular, though the root letter waw is dropped in this form.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'daughter'?
A: The Arabic word for 'daughter' is 'ibna' (ابنة) or 'bint' (بنت). 'Ibn' is the construct form, while 'bint' is the more commonly used standalone form in everyday speech.

Q: How do you say 'milk' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'milk' is 'Haleeb' (حليب). It is a common beverage and ingredient in many Arab dishes, including desserts and breakfast items.

Q: How do you ask 'where is the hotel?' in Arabic?
A: You can ask 'ayna al-funduq?' (أين الفندق؟) which translates to 'where is the hotel?' Funduq is the standard Arabic word for hotel, derived from a similar-sounding European term.

Q: What is the significance of the 'mashrabiya' in traditional Arab architecture?
A: The 'mashrabiya' is a type of projecting oriel window with carved wood latticework. It allowed women to observe street life unseen, provided ventilation, and cooled water through evaporation in traditional Arab homes.

Q: Which Arabic letter corresponds to the English 'th' sound in 'think'?
A: The Arabic letter 'tha' (ث) corresponds to the English 'th' sound as in 'think'. It is written like baa but with three dots above instead of one, and is the fourth letter of the alphabet.

Q: How do you say 'good night' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic phrase for 'good night' is 'tusbih 'ala khayr' (تصبح على خير), which literally means 'may you wake up in goodness.' It is used when saying goodbye in the evening or before sleep.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'twenty'?
A: The Arabic word for 'twenty' is 'ishroon' (عشرون). It is written as two parts in numerals: ٢٠, which is essentially the digit for two (٢٠) and zero, though structurally it is a separate root.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'you' (masculine singular)?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'you' (masculine singular) is 'anta' (أنتَ). It is used to address one male person directly and is one of the most fundamental pronouns in the language.

Q: What is the pattern (wazn) for Form II verb conjugation?
A: Form II verbs follow the pattern 'fa''ala' (فعّل), which involves doubling the middle root letter. For example, the root k-t-b becomes 'kattaba' (to make someone write) in Form II.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'grandfather' (paternal)?
A: The Arabic word for 'paternal grandfather' is 'jadd' (جدّ). The maternal grandfather is distinguished as 'jadd ummi' (جد أمي) to specify which side of the family is meant.

Q: How do you say 'apple' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'apple' is 'tuffaHa' (تفاحة) for a single apple, or 'tuffaaH' (تفاح) as a collective noun. The fruit is widely consumed across the Arab world.

Q: How do you ask 'where is the restaurant?' in Arabic?
A: You can ask 'ayna al-mat'am?' (أين المطعم؟) which translates to 'where is the restaurant?' Mat'am is the standard Arabic term for a restaurant or eatery.

Q: What is the traditional Arab custom of welcoming guests called?
A: The traditional Arab custom of welcoming guests is called 'diyafa' (ضيافة). It involves offering refreshments like coffee or tea, and refusing hospitality is considered impolite in most Arab cultures.

Q: Which Arabic letter is the first 'moon letter' in the alphabet?
A: The first moon letter in the Arabic alphabet is 'alif' (ا), as the word 'alif' itself begins with alif. After it comes 'baa' (ب), which is also a moon letter, and so on through the 14 moon letters.

Q: How do you say 'you're welcome' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic phrase for 'you're welcome' is 'la shukran 'ala waajib' (لا شكر على واجب), meaning 'no thanks for an obligation.' A shorter common reply is 'afwan' (عفواً), meaning 'not at all'.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'fifty'?
A: The Arabic word for 'fifty' is 'khamsoon' (خمسون). It follows a similar morphological pattern to other tens like 'three thousand' (thalathoon) and 'four hundred' (arba' mi'a).

Q: What is the dual pronoun for 'you' (two people)?
A: The Arabic dual pronoun for 'you' (two people) is 'antumaa' (أنتما). It is used to address exactly two people, regardless of their gender, and is a distinct form from the singular or plural.

Q: Conjugate 'to want' (araada) in the past tense for 'they' (feminine).
A: For 'they' (feminine), the past tense of 'to want' (araada) is 'aradna' (أردنَّ). The suffix '-na' indicates the third-person feminine plural subject, and the long 'aa' of the root is shortened.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'uncle' (paternal)?
A: The Arabic word for 'paternal uncle' is 'amm' (عمّ). The maternal uncle is distinguished as 'khaal' (خال), and these two terms are important in Arab family structures and inheritance.

Q: How do you say 'fish' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'fish' is 'samak' (سمك). It is a popular dish in coastal Arab countries and is often prepared grilled, fried, or as part of a rice dish.

Q: How do you ask 'how do I get to the market?' in Arabic?
A: You can ask 'kayfa aSil ila al-suq?' (كيف أصل إلى السوق؟) which translates to 'how do I arrive at the market?' Suq is the Arabic word for market or souk.

Q: What is the significance of 'Eid' in Arab culture?
A: 'Eid' refers to Islamic religious festivals, primarily 'Eid al-Fitr' (after Ramadan) and 'Eid al-Adha' (during Hajj). They involve family gatherings, special meals, charitable giving, and traditional greetings.

Q: Which Arabic letter is called 'thaal'?
A: The Arabic letter 'thaal' (ذ) is the ninth letter of the alphabet. It corresponds to the English 'th' sound as in 'this' or 'that', and is written like dhaal but with a dot on top.

Q: How do you say 'please come in' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic phrase for 'please come in' is 'tafaddal/s/ti bi-l-dukhool' (تفضل/تفضلي بالدخول). 'Tafaddal' is used for males, 'tafaddali' for females, and 'tafaddaloo' for groups.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'one thousand'?
A: The Arabic word for 'one thousand' is 'alf' (ألف). It is written with the letters alif-lam-fa, and in numerals is represented as ١٠٠٠.

Q: Conjugate 'to read' (qara'a) in the present tense for 'you' (masculine plural).
A: For 'you' (masculine plural), the present tense of 'to read' (qara'a) is 'taqra'oon' (تقرؤون). The prefix 'ta-' and suffix '-oon' indicate the second-person masculine plural subject.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'boy'?
A: The Arabic word for 'boy' is 'walad' (وَلَد) in its singular form, though 'tifl' (طِفْل) means 'child' in general. The plural of walad is 'awlad' (أَوْلَاد).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'dog'?
A: The Arabic word for 'dog' is 'kalb' (كَلْب). The plural is 'kilah' (كِلَاب). In Arab culture, dogs are sometimes viewed as ritually impure in Islamic tradition.

Q: How do you ask 'where do you live?' in Arabic?
A: You ask 'ayn taskun?' (أَيْنَ تَسْكُنُ؟) to a male, or 'ayn taskuneen?' to a female. It literally translates to 'where do you reside?' using the verb 'sakana' (to live/dwell).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'market' or 'souk'?
A: The Arabic word for 'market' is 'suq' (سُوق). Traditional Arab markets, called souks, are central to commerce and social life in many Arab cities, often selling spices, textiles, and crafts.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to drink' (shariba) in the past tense for 'they' (feminine).
A: The verb 'shariba' (to drink) conjugated in the past tense for 'they' (feminine) is 'sharibna' (شَرِبْنَ). The feminine third-person plural ending in the past tense is '-na'.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'blue'?
A: The Arabic word for 'blue' is 'azraq' (أَزْرَق) for masculine and 'zarqaa' (زَرْقَاء) for feminine. It is a common color term used throughout the Arabic-speaking world.

Q: How do you say 'excuse me' or 'sorry' in Arabic?
A: To say 'excuse me' or 'sorry' in Arabic, you can use 'aasif/aaasif' (آسِف) when speaking to a male or 'aasifa' (آسِفَة) when speaking to a female. 'Law samaht' (لَوْ سَمَحْتَ) is another option meaning 'if you allow' or 'please'.

Q: How do you say 'eight' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'eight' is 'thamaniya' (ثَمَانِيَة). It is used for counting and is one of the basic numerals in the decimal system, which was transmitted to Europe by Arab scholars.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'hand'?
A: The Arabic word for 'hand' is 'yad' (يَد). The plural is 'aydi' (أَيْدِي). It appears in many expressions, such as 'bi-yad' meaning 'by hand' or 'in hand.'

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to want' (arada) in the present tense for 'I'.
A: The verb 'uridu' (أُرِيدُ) means 'I want' in Arabic. It is the first-person singular present tense of the verb 'arada' (أَرَادَ), which follows the pattern of hollow verbs (those with a middle weak letter).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'door'?
A: The Arabic word for 'door' is 'bab' (بَاب). The plural is 'abwab' (أَبْوَاب). It is a common noun in everyday vocabulary and is used in many expressions and proverbs.

Q: How do you say 'twelve' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'twelve' is 'ithna 'ashar' (اِثْنَا عَشَرَ) for masculine and 'ithnatay 'ashar' (اِثْنَتَيْ عَشَرَ) for feminine. It is a compound number from 11-99 that reverses the order of tens and units.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'eye'?
A: The Arabic word for 'eye' is 'ayn' (عَيْن). The dual form is 'aynayn' (عَيْنَيْن) and the plural is 'uyun' (عُيُون). It is one of the most frequently used body part nouns in Arabic.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'fire'?
A: The Arabic word for 'fire' is 'nar' (نَار). The plural is 'niran' (نِيرَان). It is a common noun that appears in many expressions and is significant in Arabic literature and idioms.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to come' (jaa'a) in the present tense for 'she'.
A: The verb 'ta'ti' (تَأْتِي) means 'she comes' in Arabic. It is the third-person feminine singular present tense of the defective verb 'jaa'a' (جَاءَ), meaning 'to come.'

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'sea'?
A: The Arabic word for 'sea' is 'bahr' (بَحْر). The plural is 'bihar' (بِحَار). It is a common noun in Arabic and appears in many expressions, such as 'bahr al-lugha' meaning 'sea of language'.

Q: How do you say 'fifteen' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'fifteen' is 'khamsata 'ashar' (خَمْسَةَ عَشَرَ) for masculine and 'khams 'ashar' (خَمْسَ عَشَرَة) for feminine. Numbers 11 through 99 in Arabic follow a specific grammatical pattern.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'city'?
A: The Arabic word for 'city' is 'madeena' (مَدِينَة) or 'madinah'. The plural is 'mudun' (مُدُن). It is one of the most common nouns used in urban and travel contexts.

Q: How do you say 'I don't know' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'I don't know' in Arabic is 'la a'rif' (لَا أَعْرِفُ) when spoken by a male, or 'la a'rifu' for a female. It uses the verb 'a'rifu' (I know) preceded by the negation particle 'la'.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'night'?
A: The Arabic word for 'night' is 'layl' (لَيْل) or 'laylah' (لَيْلَة). The former is often used in a general or poetic sense, while the latter is the unit form meaning 'one night.'

Q: How do you say 'one thousand' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'one thousand' is 'alf' (أَلْف). The plural is 'alaf' (آلَاف) for thousands, and 'milion' (مِلْيُون) is used for million. These are important for numbers in travel and commerce.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'table'?
A: The Arabic word for 'table' is 'tawula' (طَاوِلَة) or 'ma'ida' (مَائِدَة). The latter also means 'a spread' or 'feast' and is often used in the phrase 'ma'ida al-...' (table of...).

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to read' (qara'a) in the past tense for 'you' (masculine singular).
A: The verb 'qara'ta' (قَرَأْتَ) means 'you read' (masculine singular) in the past tense. It is derived from the root q-r-'ü and is a common verb in educational contexts.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'pen'?
A: The Arabic word for 'pen' is 'qalam' (قَلَم). The plural is 'aqlam' (أَقْلَام). It is derived from the Greek 'kalamos' and is a fundamental term in writing and education.

Q: How do you say 'help!' in Arabic?
A: The word for 'help!' in Arabic is 'musa''ada!' (مُسَاعَدَة!) or simply 'al-musaa'ada!' (الْمُسَاعَدَة!). Another form is 'Saa'iduni!' (سَاعِدُونِي!), meaning 'help me!' addressed to a group.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'key'?
A: The Arabic word for 'key' is 'miftaah' (مِفْتَاح). The plural is 'mafatih' (مَفَاتِيح). It is a common noun in everyday vocabulary, especially in the context of homes and vehicles.

Q: How do you say 'I am tired' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'I am tired' in Arabic is 'ana ta''ibun' (أَنَا تَعِيبٌ) for a male or 'ana ta''iba' (أَنَا تَعِيبَة) for a female. It uses the adjective 'ta''ib' derived from the root t-'-b meaning 'to become tired.'

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'rain'?
A: The Arabic word for 'rain' is 'matar' (مَطَر). The verb 'to rain' is 'matara' (مَطَرَ). The plural 'amtal' (أَمْطَار) refers to multiple rains or rainy seasons.

Q: How do you ask 'do you speak English?' in Arabic?
A: You ask 'hal tatakallam al-injliziyya?' (هَلْ تَتَكَلَّمُ الْإِنْجْلِيزِيَّة؟) to a male, or 'hal tatakallameen?' to a female. It literally means 'do you speak English?' using the verb 'takallama' (to speak).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'head'?
A: The Arabic word for 'head' is 'ra's' (رَأْس). The plural is 'ru'us' (رُؤُوس). It is a common body part noun used in many expressions, such as 'ra's al-amr' meaning 'the beginning of the matter.'

Q: How do you say 'I am learning Arabic' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'I am learning Arabic' is 'ana at'allamu al-'arabiyya' (أَنَا أَتَعَلَّمُ الْعَرَبِيَّة). It uses the present tense verb 'at'allamu' (I learn) and the noun 'al-'arabiyya' (Arabic).

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'glass' (the material)?
A: The Arabic word for 'glass' is 'zujaj' (زُجَاج). The plural is 'zijaj' or it can refer to glassware as a category. It is commonly used in everyday contexts and in constructions like 'zujajiyy' meaning 'made of glass.'

Q: How do you say 'see you tomorrow' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'see you tomorrow' in Arabic is 'ila al-liqa' ghadan' (إِلَى اللِّقَاء غَدًا) or 'araka ghadan' (أَرَاكَ غَدًا) for a male. It is a common farewell expression used in casual conversation.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'song'?
A: The Arabic word for 'song' is 'ughniya' (أُغْنِيَة) in colloquial usage, while 'nashid' (نَشِيد) is used for a chant or anthem. The plural of ughniya is 'aghani' (أَغَانِي).

Q: How do you say 'happy birthday' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'happy birthday' in Arabic is 'eid milad sa'id' (عِيد مِيلَاد سَعِيد) or 'yawm milad sa'id'. It literally translates to 'a happy birth feast/day' and is used across Arab countries.

Q: What is the second letter of the Arabic alphabet?
A: The second letter is ب (baa'), pronounced like 'b' in 'boy'. It is one of the 28 letters of the Arabic alphabet.

Q: What letter in the Arabic alphabet corresponds to the English 't' sound?
A: The letter ت (taa') corresponds to the English 't' sound. It is the third letter of the Arabic alphabet and has three dots above.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to read' (qara'a) in the past tense for 'she'.
A: In the past tense, 'she read' is قرأت (qara'at). The taa' marbuta with fatha indicates the third person feminine singular.

Q: What phrase would you use to say 'I am from [country]' in Arabic?
A: The phrase is أنا من (ana min) followed by the country name. For example, 'I am from Egypt' is أنا من مصر (ana min misr).

Q: What is a traditional Arabic coffee pot called?
A: A traditional Arabic coffee pot is called a دلة (dalla). It is used to serve Arabic coffee (قهوة / qahwa) during gatherings and hospitality rituals.

Q: What are 'moon letters' in Arabic?
A: Moon letters (الحروف القمرية) are the 14 Arabic consonants that cause the definite article ال to be pronounced with a clear 'l' sound, e.g., القمر (al-qamar, the moon).

Q: How do you write the number '7' in Arabic numerals?
A: The number 7 is written as ٧ in Arabic numerals (Eastern Arabic). The Western Arabic numeral form is 7.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'they' (feminine)?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'they' (feminine) is هنّ (hunna). It is used for groups of three or more females.

Q: Conjugate 'to drink' (shariba) in the present tense for 'I'.
A: In the present tense, 'I drink' is أشرب (a'shrab). The prefix أ- indicates the first person singular present.

Q: What is the traditional Arab headwear for women called?
A: The traditional head covering for women is called الحجاب (hijab). Other traditional headwear include الشيلة (shayla) and البرقع (burqu').

Q: How do you say 'Good evening' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'Good evening' in Arabic is مساء الخير (masaa' al-khayr). The response is مساء النور (masaa' al-nur), meaning 'an evening of light'.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'five'?
A: The Arabic word for 'five' is خمسة (khamsa). It is a basic cardinal number in Arabic, written as ٥ in Eastern Arabic numerals.

Q: How do you say 'fruit' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'fruit' is فاكهة (faakiha). It is a collective noun, often used in food contexts like buying fruit at a market.

Q: What is the Islamic holy month of fasting called?
A: Ramadan (رمضان) is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, engage in prayer, and practice charity.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'salah' (Islamic prayer)?
A: The word صلاة (salaah) refers to the Islamic ritual prayer performed five times daily. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

Q: How do you write 'one hundred' in Arabic numerals?
A: The number 100 is written as ١٠٠ in Eastern Arabic numerals. The word is مئة (mi'a) or مائة (mi'aa) in Arabic.

Q: Conjugate 'to want' (arada) in the present tense for 'I'.
A: In the present tense, 'I want' is أريد (ureed). It is a commonly used verb in daily conversation, followed by a noun or another verb.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'grandfather'?
A: The Arabic word for 'grandfather' (paternal) is جد (jadd). The maternal grandfather is also called جد (jadd) or specifically جد لأم (jadd li-'umm).

Q: How do you say 'vegetables' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'vegetables' is خضار (khudaar) or خضروات (khudrawaat). It is a common noun used when shopping for food.

Q: What is the traditional Arabic instrument similar to a flute called?
A: The ناي (nay) is a traditional Middle Eastern wind instrument, an end-blown flute made of reed, used in classical Arabic and Middle Eastern music.

Q: How do you say 'I am sorry' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'I am sorry' is أنا آسف (ana aasif) for a male speaker, or أنا آسفة (ana aasifa) for a female. It is used to apologize in formal and informal situations.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'teacher' (masculine)?
A: The Arabic word for 'teacher' (masculine) is معلم (mu'allim). The feminine form is معلمة (mu'allima). It comes from the root ع-ل-م related to knowledge.

Q: How do you say 'two' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'two' is 'ithnan' (اثنان) when used alone, and 'ithnayn' (اثنين) in certain grammatical contexts, such as when counting. The numeral 2 is written as ٢.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to write' (kataba) in the present tense for 'I'.
A: In the present tense, 'kataba' becomes 'aktub' (أكتب), meaning 'I write' or 'I am writing'. The prefix 'a-' is used for the first-person singular in Form I present tense verbs.

Q: What phrase means 'Where is the hotel?' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'Where is the hotel?' translates to 'ayna al-funduq?' (أين الفندق?). 'Ayna' means 'where', and 'funduq' is the word for 'hotel'.

Q: What is the Hijri calendar based on?
A: The Hijri (Islamic) calendar is a lunar calendar based on the cycles of the moon. It began in 622 CE with the migration (Hijra) of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina, and its year consists of 12 months of 29 or 30 days.

Q: Which letter in the Arabic alphabet is called 'tha'?
A: The letter 'tha' (ث) is the fourth letter of the Arabic alphabet. It is pronounced like the 'th' in the English word 'think', and it connects to letters on both sides.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'three'?
A: The Arabic word for 'three' is 'thalātha' (ثلاثة). The numeral 3 is written as ٣, and it is used in many common expressions, such as time.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to go' (dhahaba) in the past tense for 'she'.
A: In the past tense, 'dhahaba' conjugated for 'she' becomes 'dhahabat' (ذهبت), meaning 'she went'. The suffix '-at' is added to the root to indicate third-person feminine singular.

Q: How do you say 'coffee' (the drink) in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'coffee' is 'qahwa' (قهوة). It holds deep cultural significance in Arab hospitality, traditionally served in small cups to guests, often flavored with cardamom.

Q: What phrase means 'I need a taxi' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'I need a taxi' translates to 'aḥtāju ilā taksī' (أحتاج إلى تاكسي). 'Aḥtāju' means 'I need', 'ilā' means 'to', and 'taksī' is the loanword for 'taxi'.

Q: What is the Kaaba and where is it located?
A: The Kaaba is a cubic structure located in the center of the Great Mosque (Masjid al-Haram) in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is the holiest site in Islam, toward which all Muslims face during their daily prayers (qibla).

Q: Which letter in the Arabic alphabet looks like the English 'b' and is the second letter?
A: The second letter is 'baa' (ب), pronounced like the English 'b'. It is a connector letter (connects to the next letter) and is shaped like a bowl with a dot below.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'four'?
A: The Arabic word for 'four' is 'arba'a' (أربعة). The numeral 4 is written as ٤. Note that the 'a' at the end is pronounced when reciting the number.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to read' (qara'a) in the present tense for 'he'.
A: In the present tense, 'qara'a' becomes 'yaqra'u' (يقرأ), meaning 'he reads' or 'he is reading'. The prefix 'ya-' is used for third-person masculine singular in Form I present tense verbs.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'family'?
A: The Arabic word for 'family' is 'usra' (أسرة), though 'a'ila' (عائلة) is also commonly used. Both refer to the immediate family unit, while 'usra' can also imply the extended family in some contexts.

Q: What phrase means 'Can you help me?' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'Can you help me?' translates to 'hal yumkinuka musā'adatī?' (هل يمكنك مساعدتي?). 'Hal' is the question particle, 'yumkinuka' means 'can you', and 'musā'adatī' means 'help me'.

Q: What is the significance of the month of Shawwal in Islamic culture?
A: Shawwal is the tenth month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. It begins with 'Eid al-Fitr' (عيد الفطر), a major three-day celebration marking the end of Ramadan, characterized by special prayers, feasts, and charity.

Q: Which letter in the Arabic alphabet is called 'jeem'?
A: The letter 'jeem' (ج) is the fifth letter of the Arabic alphabet. It is pronounced like the English 'j' in 'jam' and is a connector letter.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'you' (plural)?
A: The Arabic pronoun for 'you' (plural, addressing a group) is 'antum' (أنتم) for males or mixed groups, and 'antunna' (أنتنّ) for females only. It covers both formal and informal situations when addressing multiple people.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to drink' (shariba) in the past tense for 'you' (masculine singular).
A: In the past tense, 'shariba' conjugated for 'you' (masculine singular) becomes 'sharibta' (شربت), meaning 'you drank'. The suffix '-ta' is added to the root to indicate second-person masculine singular.

Q: What phrase means 'Where is the bus station?' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'Where is the bus station?' translates to 'ayna maḥaṭṭat al-ḥāfilāt?' (أين محطة الحافلات?). 'Maḥaṭṭa' means 'station', and 'ḥāfilāt' is the plural of 'ḥāfila' (bus).

Q: What is traditional Arab dress for women called in some regions?
A: Traditional Arab dress for women varies by region but includes the 'abaya' (عباية), a loose-fitting black robe worn over regular clothes, and the 'hijab' (حجاب), the headscarf. In some Gulf countries, women also wear the 'bisht'.

Q: Which letter in the Arabic alphabet is called 'haa'?
A: The letter 'haa' (ح) is the sixth letter of the Arabic alphabet. It is pronounced like a strong, breathy 'h' from the back of the throat, and it is a connector letter.

Q: What is the Arabic word for 'six'?
A: The Arabic word for 'six' is 'sitta' (ستة). The numeral 6 is written as ٦. Like other numbers from 3 to 10, it takes the opposite gender of the noun it counts.

Q: What is the Arabic pronoun for 'it' (referring to a non-human thing)?
A: Arabic does not have a separate pronoun for 'it'. Instead, third-person singular pronouns are used: 'huwa' (هو) for masculine nouns and 'hiya' (هي) for feminine nouns. Verbs agree with the gender of the noun.

Q: Conjugate the verb 'to speak' (takallama) in the present tense for 'I'.
A: In the present tense, 'takallama' (Form V) becomes 'atakallam' (أتكلم), meaning 'I speak' or 'I am speaking'. The prefix 'a-' is used for first-person singular, and the doubled middle letter is present.

Q: How do you say 'sugar' in Arabic?
A: The Arabic word for 'sugar' is 'sukkar' (سكر). It is commonly added to tea or coffee, and in some cultures, offering sugar with coffee is a sign of hospitality.

Q: What phrase means 'I am looking for the embassy' in Arabic?
A: The phrase 'I am looking for the embassy' translates to 'ana abḥathu 'an al-sifāra' (أنا أبحث عن السفارة). 'Abḥathu' means 'I am looking for', and 'sifāra' is the word for 'embassy'.

Q: What is 'Eid al-Adha' and when is it celebrated?
A: Eid al-Adha (عيد الأضحى), or the 'Festival of Sacrifice', is celebrated by Muslims worldwide during the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son and coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage.

Q: Which letter in the Arabic alphabet is called 'khaa'?
A: The letter 'khaa' (خ) is the seventh letter of the Arabic alphabet. It is pronounced like a rough, guttural 'kh' similar to the 'ch' in the Scottish word 'loch', and it is a connector letter.